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Layer for Winter Hiking: Clothing Layers for Cold Weather | Sawback Gear
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Winter’s Chill The Layering Process The Outdoor Gear Review
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TOP TIPS FOR WALKING IN THE WINTER
Video taken from the channel: The Wild Native
Dressing for Cold Weather Walking
Video taken from the channel: 99 Walks
What to Wear Backpacking and Hiking in the Winter || REI
Video taken from the channel: REI
How to Dress for Extreme Cold Weather Tips for Layering
Video taken from the channel: The Planet D
3 Levels of Cold Weather Clothing: Cool, Cold and Extreme!
Video taken from the channel: Canadian Prepper
A windproof, water-resistant jacket is essential for cold weather walking. If you’re planning to walk in the rain or snow, a waterproof version is best. If you live in a dry climate, you may prefer a soft shell jacket.
Many outdoors manufacturers offer soft, windproof, water-resistant jackets suitable for walking, hiking, and skiing.When you walk in cold weather, it is always better to wear too many layers rather than too few. That way, you can strip off layers, one by one, as your body heats up. You can then tie this extra clothing around your waist.
Even better, however, try using an outer layer that has a zipper front.Cold Weather Ways To Burn Fat Fast! Allow at least 10 minutes to warm up.
When it’s cold, your heart and muscles need more time to get ready. Wear a scarf or mask loosely over your nose and mouth to prevent the sting of icy cold air when you inhale. This is especially important if.If you want to look sporty when dressing for cold weather walking, invest in a nice workout outfit. Make sure that it is made for colder weather and layer underneath the workout gear.
Your next step is to put on a light but warm windproof or water resistant jacket. This jacket can be easily removed if you get too hot and should have a hood.If you are walking in winter, choose a waterproof jacket to suit the conditions.
A robust fabric that will keep out the wind and rain, but still allow your body to breathe, is the perfect item. Many winter walkers will have a jacket specifically for the winter months, and another for summer time.Athletic and specialty cold weather garments are the best balance between moisture wicking properties and thin, lightweight construction.
They add almost no bulk and if properly fitted allow extreme flexibility. Your hands and feet need layers as well, and liner socks are key to.Layers are the best choice for staying warm in cold weather.
Not only do the winter clothes themselves act as insulation, but the air between the layers insulates, too. Scroll down to see suggestions for socks, underwear, middle layer, boots, jacket, hat, gloves and pants to consider depending on the conditions. Save.A key to staying warm when you’re walking in cold temperatures is to stay dry — and that’s exactly what layering helps you do. By removing layers as you warm up, you’ll avoid excessive sweating, which can cause you to become chilled, especially later in your walk.
Then you can replace layers as you cool down to remain warm.Wear a sweat proof undershirt. While a sweat proof undershirt won’t help you sweat less, it will hide those wet marks in winter that puzzle your friends and co-workers. Thompson Tees’ Original Fit Long Sleeve undershirt is the perfect addition to your fall and winter wardrobe.Wear waterproof boots if you’ll be trekking through snow, and if you’ll be in very cold temperatures you might require boots with built-in insulation.
For your nose and cheeks, try a neck gaiter for face mask. For your ears, a winter hat or headband can do the trick. A neck gaiter or face mask may also provide coverage for your ears.It will definitely help, but you should also invest in some proper outdoor clothing that are suitable for cold weather.
If there is going to be snow, then snow boots that are waterproof and have some kind of warm lining are a must to keep those feet from becoming ice blocks.One reader says, “Thick socks and waterproof boots are a must, as cold toes equals cold bones!” Consider wool socks (which tend to wick moisture) and go for a waterproof boot to keep your feet warm and dry in case it starts snowing or raining. For more options, please.Some coats have zip-in liners so you can wear them for very cold and “regular” cold weather. A classic black 3/4 length coat and a scarf that works for both casual and professional situations (like the classic Burberry print) is a great investment that will last a really long time!
Outline of Optimal Layering Products for Cold Weather Survival: • Layer 1Polyester or synthetic base layer. We recommend military poly pros for a budget item or Under Armor Cold Weather gear for something more expensive. • Layer 2Wool sweater.Dressing for a winter hike is part art, part science, and all survival skill.
It’s also the key to staying comfortable on — and thus enjoying — a cold-weather outing.
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181 comments
Amazing video, very informative. I’ve been watching it over and over again gearing up for my first winter… Aside from winter, what is your garment philosophy for rain, say, several days of rain with no letting up?
This is an excellent video. I doubt I’ll ever use the items here in Australia, but it was very interesting.
I’ve been outside in -35. If I were to go outside for more than 2 minutes, googles are a necessity.
Great tips there, Hannah I’m looking forward to getting out on Dartmoor over the winter we almost missed the whole season last year for one reason or another but am looking forward to getting up on those snow capped Tors.:-)
Snow mantra baffin derrick boots ready to go. Oh wait reservations.
This guy must be wearing some $20,000 worth of Canada Goose.
Personally i prefer all my layers( during day anyway) to have zips,if not full zip then zip to chest, if too warm just open it cool down, refreshing ��
just did winter camping in a tent in -25c recently, its doable but you need all the right gear. propane burners dont work outside in that temp just to let you know.
So do you only wear two layers? 1 base layer and 1 outer layer?
Awesome man. Didn’t realize you had those extremes in NC. Nice doggy.
I had a pair of Timberland Iditarod boots that were so warm and insulating I didn’t need socks
I’m in North Dakota for over 30 years and have never made it past level 2. It’s really about balancing clothing with activity level conditions and covering exposed skin.
worn his socks for ten year no wonder he needs antimicrobial type.(and at £25 a pair they better last the 10 year) joking aside you forgot to mention windchill,on a calm day theres little difference between minus 20c and minus 40c its just [email protected]%$ing cold, throw in a gale and your going to need all 3 sets at minus 40c(in the uk coldest iv seen the thermostat is minus 25c,with the wind behind it could of been 3 times lower with the windchill)
very helpful, hoping to live in alaska one day… will need a level 4 tho. likely to need a level 5 in the back just in case.
-40 really isn’t very cold by canadian standards so I hope you are going to do another video for the -60 and below because -100 with wind is totally possible for us.
My daughter is going to Canada for a family reunion in winter, we’re born and raised in Hawaii. It’s a huge climate change for her, she’ll be 6. We honestly don’t know how to dress in cold weather hence the reason I’m here ��. Thank you for the well needed info. All your knowledge is appreciated. I hope they sell these in kids sizes. I’m sure she’ll love playing in the snow. Thanks again! Have a good one!
I can tell you that the OSC jacket is incredible hot! If it’s not at least the low 20f you def should go with something lighter. This jacket is really incredible.
There’s a lot of Americans in the comments section, where the Canadians at?
I only augmented reality for astronomy for looking at the night sky, works really well. There’s loads of free apps available
Some of the issues you mentioned like heavy boots if insulated or sweating in waterproof jacket…. not true for everything, you get what you pay for. Go cheap and yes these problems happen but dont say no matter what it will be an issue. I buy very nice outdoor gear and do not have those issues. Quality not quantity
There are many more places to explore. Oh! Life give me chance to explore them.
If you want a winter life hack then use rechargeable heated insoles for your boots. Trust me its lifr changing. Got mine at https://winterheat.shop/products/usb-heated-shoe-insoles BTW
I even cant withstand AC with 25 C in my room, I need a blanket to cover my self. -10C is a nightmare to me and most of tropic people.
This was a great video! Just subbed! I’ve always loved walking and hiking, but it’s been a while since I took it seriously. To battle my clinical depression and weight I’ve begun to make sure I at least get out for a walk every day. The goal is at least 5 miles between my walks and then everything else I do throughout the day. Unfortunately for me I’ve gotten the spirit to get started right as the weather is turning to the chilly side �� I’m going to invest in some new thermal underlayers, and I most definitely need new walking shoes! My old ones are so worn to the ground it’s like I’m not even wearing sneakers!
No affiliate link for sheepskin insoles? Where can I get those
I’m from Michigan play snow-rounds of disk golf to avoid most of the bulk I use adhesive disposable toe warmers stick one on each Peck outside ur base layer.
Average nonJoe gonna lose toes…
Liner socks, High Loft Wool Socks, boots laced tight at the Ankles looser across the toes.
Legs Generate a lot of heat while Walking, Working,etc. so a pair of Wool100 dress pants will insulate against all but the worst weather. While static you put on a Shell Pant or what ever.
Your core is finicky and up to personal choice. I recommend a T shirt base layer, long sleeve PCU layer, Pendleton Wool shirt, or two. Bring a Shell of some sort.
Two pair of Gloves. Wool Liner and a Leather Shell. Pattern 1951 type.
Boots HANDS DOWN GI Cold Weather Boots with slip in liners.
Below 32° Mickey mouse boots.
LUKE LOOK UP PCU Layering.
I generally do high altitude mountaineering at a point where you need to really consider getting use to the thin air and taking oxygen tanks if needed, So our system is coming different our favourite thing is down, As temperature can one change very fast down being my best friend either it’s 10 degrees higher than recommended it still doesn’t overheat you same with if it was 10 degrees lower just you’ll feel a bit cold. Down Side is of climbing in 7000, 8000 meters is you’re body is weak and you can’t walk fast enough to keep you’re body more warm and theres alot of climbing cloths out there for high altitudes but nothing really in between I find for more layering either go with down or softshell. can’t add on more base layers too restricting even worse when you going up 70 degrees. so if anyone is a extreme high mountaineer let me know i’ll love to talk.
Much respect from Minnesota! I work outside year round and we will be out in -10°F during the winter, but you guys are nuts going on a nature walk in -50°F lol
Thinking 5 degrees is cold is actually kind of cute… ��
-17 here and it’s only mid november…
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I live in Manitoba where it gets COLD. I like the gear but I’m a single dad, I don’t poop money! Most of the crap in this video I can’t even afford! I don’t even drive!!! I put on 2 hoodies, a jacket, sweatpants under my pants, a pair of socks, insulated hiking boots, winter gloves, and I’m good to go. I get my stuff from a thrift store or jack a donation clothing bin out in some parking lot. If I wait for a bus, I’d freeze my ass off so I walk everywhere, but then I sweat. There’s no in-between, I hate the winter in this province, it sucks!!!!!
I took an outdoor survival class at nightschool back in the early 80’s because I needed the credits to graduate in my 5th year of highschool. It seemed like an easy credit that’s why I took it. but no, I had to actually learn stuff. My teacher Mr. Hill was a huge wool fanatic. He used to say if it aint wool it’s crap! Every test had a wool question or the answer was wool. It became a running joke with the class. his reasoning was that it keeps you warm even if it gets wet. He was actually a really good teacher. He taught us all how to flyfish. He would not let us graduate until we got it down. I actually learned a lot from that crazy sob. I wonder if he’s still alive?
Real quick question, being an outdoors person living in nz we were always taught to use lots of thin layers as it would dry faster, is this less/ not an issue in North America?
I was literally holding a cup of coffee when he said to grab a cup of coffee
I hope it doesn’t get that cold where I am. I like to snooze in front of a warm fire on very cold days. Good info, though. The info on gloves and socks are where I’m weakest. Best stay by the fire:)
I have had a lot of luck with a poly base with an cotton tee shirt over that and a 2 mm half wet suit on top of that. The extra layer is needed for when you start sweating. Over the wet suit I wear a light windbreaker jacket usually just to have pocket storage. I cut a full wet suit in half to make it easier to get in and out of for full body. The 1 mm boots and gloves work well. My cold weather boots are 1/2 size larger to accommodate the layers. At the end of the day the middle cotton layer is usually wet (with sweat). I like this setup because it is not bulky. I have a wet suit hood that I use over a poly cap, and a fleece mask/hood. With face protection I am warm all day and I usually have to partially unzip my wet suit top several times. I have only been down to -20F with this. I was warm all day with it. If you are in a place with surf shops you can usually find used wet suits really cheap (usually for pennies on the dollar). They can also be sewn up to make water tight/resistant containers (I recommend fishing line instead of thread). I use shoe goo to seal the seams. I was in the military and I could wear this under my uniform and nobody would know, other than me standing out in -10F without my jacket on for extended periods.
Does anybody know, if I want to freeze the rise before I put it into jars. Should I just chuck the rice into the food grade bucket and put that into the freezer or is there more?
I experienced a -20C briefly and immediately ordered a giant down coat. I’m happy to have it available for when I need it! I’ve also bought down gloves and great-quality socks.
I’m planning a move from Massachusetts to northern Maine so…
I agree with everything except the thin gloves under mittens. If it is cold enough to require level-three hypo-thermal wear, you should not go from heavy protection, down to practically nothing to do work. Best to acquire an intermediate glove with moderately dextrous capabilities.
Immediate ability to access and deploy defensive tools should not be under-estimated.
Get yourself a cashmere, not merino wool, clothing if you can. Cashmere, which is made from cashmere goats that live on The Himalayas, is 7-8 times warmer than merino wool of the same thickness. But ultimately, the best way to survive is to migrate to a better-living location such as a tropical country like Vietnam or Thailand. It’s far easier to deal with bugs and the heat than to deal with the cold. Not to mention you cannot live long in the cold with no ability to grow food. Face it, you’re not the Inuit who are adaptive to their environment through generations of mutations. There is no point trying to survive in the most hostile environments when you have better options.
This winter I went with: Condor BASE II micro grid fleece top and bottom base layers and/or polypropylene, Fjällräven Övic wool sweater or Fjällräven Polartec Thermal Pro fleece vest, Mountain Hardware Hunker down jacket w/ a Fjällräven Telemark hard shell, Fjällräven Vida Pro pants, -30 J.B Islandic wool socks and/or 281Z Polartec fleece boot liner socks, N1B military Muk Luks, wool + Thinsulate gloves, Buff and a Hammock Gear down hood or UGQ down beanie. All of my outer layers can be waxed if necessary and my mid/base layers are both warm AND extremely breathable. Too bad I’ve only got about 2″ of snow so far and the coldest it’s gotten has been 10° F!!! I think I jinxed myself by getting all those new clothes lol.
Great video! I have started prepping here in France. I have watched most of your uploads. There is a ton of videos on youtube for prepping, security etc but i have not seen anything about protecting your home from say people attacking with petrol bombs and how to counter this. I live in a granite house but i know a lot of homes in the US and Canada are wood. Big thumbs up for your video!
Canadian prepper, I assume based on the descriptions overall where that you are talking Celsius temperatures not Fahrenheit?
Shout out to Marks.. Lol peeped all the gear from when I used to work there
Great video. Just wondered what you think of silk as a base layer, followed by merino wool?
Lol you’re prepping for the end of the world yet you have a mike bloomberg ad
Informative, Accurate, Well Presented. Spot On, lots of great ideas to help in all kinds of situations.
@ 8:31 3rd option. Leg Gaiters. Much better than tucking your pants into your boots. Especially in deep snow. (usually ends in wet pant cuffs and socks.)
This is good advice for people who think that T-shirt and short’s weather starts at 50 f. Most everyone else is going to want lever 3 as soon as it goes below 0 f. I won’t even get into what would happen to people from places where 70 f is considered could. When I was in Costa Rica 30+ years ago, one day the temperature went down to about 72 f, being form a few miles from the NY end of the Mass pike, I was reasonably comfortable for the first time since arriving, but ALL of the locals had daug out every piece of warm clothing they had and were all looking at me like I was insane. My point is, not everyone grew up in Canada, or even NYS.
What underwear do you use under your longjohns? I find that my cotton boxers are ineffective….any recommendations?
You keep saying minus 10 or minus 30. Is that F. or C.? Minus 30 F is a lot colder than minus 30 C.
When l walk in the winter l ware snowmobile pants. Blocks everything. Up too 30 below. Wisconsin here…
Great video! Back to the basics of layering. I routinely hike in 30-40 below (north of Fairbanks AK) and I layer the same way with the only difference being the boots. All of you complaining about his sock layering; its fine for the temps he is talking about. If you are a couch potato and have poor circulation and low iron you would probably have to layer differently but for those who routinely get out and hike (especially in the cold) everything he said is spot on! Explore on my friend!!
I live in Anchorage and its amazing how you see people in the middle of the winter wearing shorts and complaining about the cold. Can’t remember the last time I got cold cause I dress for the weather.
My winter layers are Torso:Tank top (wife beater), T-shirt, Long sleeve t shirt, dress shirt. Legs: Long johns or track pants and levis jeans. Feet: 2 pairs of socks and construction work boots. I hate feeling the cold air on my skin it freezes me up.
That smokin body @ 14:52 tho!!! But seriously I depend more on a thick jacket and thermal overalls when it’s in single digits
I thought you were canadian? Where in Canada do you live, because most of it, even southern Canada, regularly drops to -40°C. Is it really that extreme at this point?
For your last layer I would add scarf animal fur or a mask on long day outside they help big time when the wind chill hits if you don’t have it you won’t feel you face
Your canine buddies are like, “human are such wussies.” I’d never need those mittens, but I want them!
Hi Luke, I’ve used silk inner gloves with Aviation pilot gloves in the cold climate mate, give it a go
Making your feet “tight” inside your boot to stay warm is the opposite of what you want to do. Maybe for hiking idk, but that’s a great way to freeze if you sit still for any length of time.
WOOL WOOL WOOL… ‘W’ = WARM… man made fibres are rubbish compared to nature’s miracle insulation…! Sheep on the hills ALL winter long… guess they must know something..!:PEACE:��❤️
Fantastic tips my friend wish i could join for one of these walks!
@Canadian Prepper
I still miss a few items I bought from your shop. I wrote 2 Emails and tryed to contact you on insta. I never got a reply.
@CanadianPrepper
I use hotronic toe warmers, on the lowest setting, to ward off any chill to my toes. In my experience, once the toes become cold, there is no coming back from that. Plus, many women’s feet and hands are more susceptible to cold temperatures then are mens. I can’t speak to the thermacell product as I haven’t tried them. On the downside, dealing with wires and batteries are a nuisance but worth it when compared to the consequences of cold feet. I have been using hotronics for 15+ years and they have transformed my outdoor experience. Having had mild frostbite years ago from a winter camping adventure, keeping the toes cosy is critical. Just my two cents worth in case there are others that can benefit from finding a product that will help extend the time spent outdoors.
Keep up the great work, I really enjoy your creations. Your passion and experience shine through. Kudos from a fellow Canuck.
About to take a trip to Swiss Alps and your video was very very helpful, thank you for making it.
I am a diabetic. I get cold below 40 degrees F, and frigid at 20. These are great tips for people with circulation problems already. Although as a Diabetic, I have to be really careful with toe and hand warmers.
Why not a down puffer and then the wind resistant outer layer?
Hi Luke, i’ve only recently found your videos and got to say I’m impressed! The reviews and instructional videos you post are very informative. I am 73 yrs and just about to embark on my first camp since I was in my teens. Just a one nighter for an airshow here in the UK to start with. It may lead to more excursions. I’m staggered by the range of tents available in the US. Stores here in the UK seem to stock only a very limited range. I have just bought a Vango Pop 400 for that airshow which will suit for my son and me for that one night, only £70 GDP in a closing down sale. Have you ever reviewed any Vango equipment? You’ve piqued my interest in the outdoors again and I seem to be watching you more and more on your adventures with a great feeling of jealousy and awe at the fantastic places you can access instead of getting on with my chores. In several vid’s you’re wearing base layers of various colours with an ‘Active’ logo on them. My searches have yet to find that brand either through Google or Amazon. Could you point me in the right direction to find that brand please? Good to see you out with your other half. She looks like a ‘keeper’. All the best to you both from the UK.
I made my own deep cold mitts from sheepskins though I have them on a leather Inuit style lanyard to prevent loss. My snowshoes are Northern Quebec wooden (Bearpaw, Huron and Alaskan styles depending) with shellac leather and gut webbing. Just today I had pulled out my Handmade woolen cold weather gear to check. Capote and head to toe n’ such used much in 0°F to -20°F with yet more negative wind chill. A heated tent is always real darn nice. I have greased buckskin over coat but it stiffens in very cold times. I also have a couple sets of much the same modern gear said to be good to -100°F(??). One mil spec from 1950s and one much more recent civilian. And of course my Carharts. Very good information here CP. Best
I just have a whole bunch of stuff from military pcu uniform
Good stuff man! We were taught to always dress just a bit cold for movement. Then at least you don’t sweat like crazy and have to stop to dress down.
You should not be teaching people about cold weather because there’s bad people that will take this idea and go hide and hurt people
I like to wear a thick woolen pullover. Breathes really good!
That was great. When the temp dips to below freezing, 32F or below, I pull out my fur hats, gloves and scarves…my mother taught me this years ago…NOTHING keeps you warmer than animal skins and fur. Natures way of protecting us when we can’t…need to watch again and take notes…and check my current gear.
I wear a 3M N95 respirator as a base layer for my face. It filters 95% of particulates from the air (a plus when it’s windy). This is not a surgical quality mask but one that you can find at a hardware store in the paint aisle. It’s warm, easy to breathe through, comfortable, and it has a valve that helps remove moisture as you breathe. If it gets too wet, I can switch it out for a new/dry one. Because I am wearing it for warmth more than air filtration, I do wash and reuse them. As an outer layer, I press my Columbia one-piece ski suit into service. I use Thermaslim glove liners underneath my Columbia Sportswear OmniHeat gloves, for moisture wicking and superior dexterity when worn alone. Super Bowl weekend 2019, we had a blizzard here in SW Montana USA. I completed two walks in town of 4 miles round trip each, once on Saturday and once on Sunday, mostly flat and paved. Temps with wind chill were -5F on Saturday and -12F on Sunday. I stayed warm, using a similar layering system as shown in this video, never overheated or got sweaty. It’s nice to have this video for comparison with my winter dressing. Thanks so much, TOGR.
Im literally using these tips to survive my first winter in Edmonton
Tip, don’t layer too much on your feet as the tightness will make your feet colder no matter how many socks.
I wore 4 pairs of socks to work once in 7 degree weather, the next day in 5 degree weather I wore 2 pairs, and my feet weren’t cold
Your dog is looking at you like “ can you shut the fuck up so I can sleep”
With those wind, you might want to add a pair of googles to protect the corneas of your eyes from frost burn.
I cannot get my feet in my shoes with two pairs of socks like that and i’m already wearing shoes that are 1.5 sizes longer than my feet.
Very helpful for someone moving from TX to Minnesota! Thank you!
I definitely need this stuff!!
Currently living in the desert with munchooo my camel
One of my best memories is of winter hiking along the St. Lawrence River one Christmas. We rented a cabin at Wellesley Island State Park and explored the trails around the island. We had all the right gear-lots of fleece! We could be out most of the day and still not get cold.
That’s about as far North as I would want to go.
The wind!
how are these dogs not cold in the snow with no clothes? and if they are not cold how are they not hot in the house ( I’m prety sure they live indoors).
my Extreme Weather clothing
1. BASE LAYERS-> are ALL polyester. Any wool will hold more moisture than polyester and that is not good nest to your skin.
2.OVER BASE LAYER-> I do sometimes use a heavy Norwegian wool sweater over my base layer, otherwise light fleece jacket
3. MID LAYER-> synthetic pant and jacket
4. OUTER PANTS-> Thinslate insulated ski bib pants
5. SOCKS->thin poly liner socks ->3 mm closed cell neoprene divers’ socks (keeps sweat out of felt pack liners) THIS VBL (VAPOR BARRIER LINER) is essential for warm feet ALL day.
6.PARKA-> Eddie Bauer Peak XV down parka with DWR treated down (absorbs 30% less moisture & dries 60% faster than untreated down)
7. BALACLAVA-> WindStopper fleece
8. SKI GOGGLES-> Absolutely necessary
9. MITTENS-> OR Gore-Tex shells-> Dachstein boiled wool liners or double layer fleece liners (WITH thin fleece glove liners for dexterity when mittens are briefly off to do things like photography.
10. BOOTS-> Sorel felt pacs or US military arctic (white) “Mickey Mouse” boots
Remember to bring high calorie snacks and water in a wine boat or other hydration bladder hanging from your neck. (beneath your outer parka).
CREDS-> Nordic & alpine National Ski Patroller, US Army reserve officer instructor for winter survival
OK dude I live in Saskatchewan how you dressed that is how we dress to go start our car in the morning. Here it gets to 30 to -50 for 3 to 4 months straight. You need to come see what real cold is all about. IN -10 degree weather we wear t-shirts and shorts waiting for outdoor pools to open.
I would also recommend consider taking cold showers regularly. Great tips ������
I’m a motorcyclist and whenever i see polar expeditions footage i always wonder why don’t they just use some kind of enclosed helmet. I mean, even normal modular helmets are well insulated, and you can open the fron, and its visor has double pan plastic shield. I’m sure it would be feasible to manufacture something similar but for extreme cold use. Also, considering current technological advancement, why can’t we have proper heated suit, with a battery?:D
Tip: use waterproof socks. They are incredibly thin for the heat they retain. I don’t get on with boots so I bought an Altra Lone Peak 4 waterproof trail runner. I use Dark Tough’s as my inner sock, Seal Skinz as my outer socks and the trainer. That’s it. Just buy a little over sized. Went for a hike for 4 hours in 20 below C last week in Montreal and my feet were toasty warm without being uncomfortable. If you get cold feet you can add another water proof sock. I know that’s not sub 40 but a pretty handy tip for warmer days. For sub 40 I’d still think it’d work you might have to buy 2 sizes bigger but just keep adding socks it’s just so much comfier than big heavy boots.
Oh and you stop snow ingress into your shoe with gaiters. Even if you have an accident and your shoe gets wet you have multiple layers of waterproof socks.
You went from XS to XXL in a minute! You’re as bad as a Nascar driver, swapping hats and shirts at the podium after a win!
Just go easy in the trouser dept! & bear with me until 3pm ������
omg 5:25 with headphones in. my front door is perfectly behind me and thought someone was entering my apartment.
I like to take my “Leki” brand trekking poles with me on day hikes and Appalachian Trail multi-day backpacking trips. Saved me from my face breaking my fall many times due to roots and rocks sticking up in the trail. Back in the summer of 2015 I met a guy from London on the AT at a shelter near Erwin, Tennessee. He was doing the entire trail in one go, what we call a “thru-hiker”. Anyway, I asked him what the set-up was in England for hikers, whether there are hostels near trails like here near the AT. He said they have pubs near trail starts and stops. I like that set-up a little better:).
Very nice video glad I came upon this channel subscribed and will continue watching.
I was kinda looking forward to tips to weather like -30°C:/
Amazing video dude, love the addition of seeing you actually layering up really useful. Safe trip on your adventures and God Bless
this is how to dress with unlimited funds. i’ve worn much cheaper clothing than this in similar conditions. i like to splerge on the merino too though because it’s great stuff. i use wool mittens as well although they aren’t merino.
the big thing is the wind though, keep a shell of some kind for your hands because high winds will cut straight through wool gloves.
Being homeless myself, I invented the 7-layer system for the homeless based on the 3-layer system for trekking/mountaineering. I never use thick or medium clothing, always the thinner versions.
1. Cotton or thermal wool
2. Polyester trekking shirt, very thin
3. Really thin fleece bodywarmer
4. Thin fleece with sleeves
5. Thin synthetic bodywarmer
6. Windstopper with hood
7. Rain jacket, membrane (or poncho)
The windstopper and the rain jacket kind of double for each other, my windstopper is water-resistant en my rain jacket also has windstopping properties.
If you know you’ll sweat, use merinowool, otherwise organic cotton is fine.
The bodywarmers create more space at the sides of the shoulders, create padding for carrying, they also help with wicking because they create more armpit-space.
I wear a goose down jacket in the cold weather and it is better than any thing on the market
Can you make a video on hypothermia and hyperthermia please?
… 5 is cold, but not freezing cold (yes, I know it technically is, but it’s just not). 50 is freezing cold. That’s when I layer like this.
I note that you didn’t mention walking sticks. That said, we always plan our walks around a pub! Love the elderflower & cordial tip. Cheers!
A tip for thermal longjohns, top and bottom, is to avoid them being skin tight which is the option most people go for. This allows heat from your body to escape as quickly as it builds up and can restrict movement because the material is tight against your skin. The ideal is loose, but not baggy which makes them much more effective, especially when you are active. I was given this advice by guys who work on the North Sea oil rigs for whom warmth and personal safety is paramount and have taken this advice myself for both camping and sea angling, both ashore and afloat, right through the winter for a number of years and I can assure you, it really does make a big difference to comfort. The proof? At 71 years of age, I’m the only one in my local age group who doesn’t suffer from the usual age-related problems with restricted movement and still hike on a regular basis!
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Hi, I have some trouble knowing when I go from worm to sweat. If I sweat I get a little cold and then I need to cover up and then more sweat. Is it just me?
Thanks, Trail Flea….
Please do consider doing a review for your down jackets.. 650 and the 850 one… There isn’t a single decent review for that…!!!
What exactly was that light fleece? My R2 seems too long and may go back.
If something cost 50$ this guy always says he got it for 20$… everytime he found it for about 50% less than you will ever find it
Just remember to not over dress. Too much clothing will cause sweating which will rob the body of heat more than under dressing will. If you are cool instead of adding a layer do some work to get the blood flowing, chop some fire wood for example.
Level 3 protection is good if you’re homeless and night temperatures are below 50*
No one discusses pants in layering systems. Think of all those cold tooshies.
For optional head gear the Rothco 100% wool cap is great even when it’s -15F. And it’s cheap.
I like her. Quick and to the point while being thorough enough
Well Darling I will be in the Canary Islands in my tight Leather Thong and my Factor 50 /rubbing those creams @LL over Honey /
Why am I watching this? The coldest it gets where I live is like 30 Fahrenheit
When I was in Winnipeg, in -40 weather, I would see kids outside wearing running shoes and windbreakers. Maybe you should talk to them to discover their secrets.
Thank you so much for this! I’m a Southern California guy and “Clueless” on layering. Not anymore thanks to this video! Also, I really appreciate you going the extra mile to actually show us how you put the gear on. Many thanks!!!
Luke…. I realize that this vid is several years old and perhaps you have a more up to date video out there now, but this was really lacking in information! I usually look forward to your reviews, but this one… zzzzzzzzz. Regarding the gloves… what was the MATERIAL the three gloves were made of?? The material, as you know, makes all the difference. Sadly you did not mention the types of material. The hood you showed…. silk? wool? polypropyleen? acrylic? cotton? a blend??
Baffins are amazing at keeping you feet warm & great for bone chilling weather that’s 65 below zero with the wind chill that’s for sure but I personally think their claims are exaggerating the 100 below zero mark! Hopefully we will never know because if it actually ever gets that cold outside were definitely in trouble… That being said I highly recommend ��BAFFIN BOOTS��for EXTREME COLD��
Wow! Great info!! You really did a great job putting this video together!! Thanks so much!!
Good tips Hannah, especially starting your walk early. I think the short days catches a lot of people out in the winter months.
Personal favs: Patagonia thermal base layer, Darn Tough wool socks, Eddie Bauer First Ascent windproof pants, Kuhl thin wool shirt, Mountain Hardware Ghost Whisperer down jacket, Outdoor Reasearch Helium II rain jacket (and pants if needed), 2 wool buffs (one for neck seal around the jacket, one for the face), a wool beanie, and Marmot waterproof snow gloves. Add in Julbo photochromatic sunglasses to protect the eyes against snow glare, and Keen snow boots (if needed, or Altra Lone Peak 3.5 trail runners if not). With that, I’m good down to around 0 Fahrenheit when moving unless the wind is truly awful.
For someoen that lives in hotter state:
Level 1: Up to 10’c
Level 2: Up to 0’c
Level 3: Started at -1’c
Watching this and the coldest ive ever been was 17 F and thought it was insane lol I can’t imagine
that huskey is chilleyv
easy isnt it? cottom = tree south wool = mä€h ^ ^
This doesn’t take humidity into account whatsoever…. you would NOT be wearing that little for -10 in a wet and windy country, you’d immediately get hypothermia!!! Why do people give advice assuming you live, like next door??? Would have thought a prepper wouldn’t be so 1 dimensional.
I adore Smart Wool Ski Socks PhD (merino wool) over the calf for winter sock wear.
How on earth do you consume heaps of fluids when walking I would be sooooo busting it sucks?!
You did some great work on the edit. Can I ask what you use?
Yes it’s important to be physically prepared for anything, It is more important to be spiritually prepared. One day everyone
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Its always easier to survive in cold areas then in desert heat. In cold areas infinite food and water, most animals gotta eat to keep warm too. In desert and hot areas even animals hide from heat and don’t even hunt just play lazy and sleep they arent spending much energy moving or trying to keep warm.
I wear size 10 in shoes. It’s really hard to find my size in women’s so I have to go to the men’s section.
I hike in the forest in winter with my kids and we are alway warm
+ Ice gripers for boots, Ice gripers to pull yourself out of hole in the ice, something reflective in case you get in trobal, head lamp, one spire pair of socks on your gear someplace for when your socks get wet, sum way to carry layers your are not wearing at the time, whistle on zipper pull
Another tip for walking (anytime, actually!) would be to schedule in a cafe stop half-way round. First half: build appetite; second half: work off the cake! My favourites (in Kent) would be NT places like Knole, Ightham Mote, Scotney Cas. or Sissinghurst love ’em all!
Celcius? This is America. What temperature is it in English?
I am in Buffalo NY and we haven similar weather and it gets dark early in the winter months. But your tips are going to be put to use on proper layering and walking about my area in the winter. Nice video.
Very good. I know about hiking on the trail. And wearing layers that wick away moisture from the skin and keeping warm. I’m an old hiker.
Thanks for moving quickly through the layers and editing the video to jump to your next layer. It’s to the point without fluff. I haven’t seen any of your other videos, but the sound seemed muffled and the video quality seemed either low res or blurry. However the content was great. I do have some questions about socks. When you wear three pairs of socks, and one of those layers is a thick mountaineering sock, does it feel clumsy and bulky at the feet? Also how much bigger would someone have to go in boot size to accommodate 3 layers of socks?
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bro for the first two im still not even wearing a jacket or coat and its not even that cold or is it just me?
Your system is a bit different from mine: I’ll wear the same jacket from 0 to -20. but just add layers, then -20 to -40 I use a dawn jacket with appropriate under layers. I do need different gloves and accessories for every slice of 10 degrees and for boots/socks I do need to take into account if I’m going to be moving or sitting still.
May I suggest you should get acquainted with gaiters? They add a lot of wind protection, more insulation than you may imagine and I challenge you to get even one snow flake inside your boots with good gaiters on. Summer gaiters (short and lighter ones) keep prickly stuff away from the ankles, rocks out of your shoes and keep your feet dry even in heavy rain.
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very well explained! thanks!
any suggestions for cycletouring in cold and/or rainy weather? condensation is a problem I experience currently.
Right here @ 2:55 he talks about a tight fit in your Shoe’s\Boots with all those socks on. Well, now if you have the Money and always dress like this in the cold\Winter; you can Buy your boots one (1) or Two (2) sizes Bigger too allow for the extra pair of Socks. Just a thought.
When he is talking about 10 degrees and 5 degrees and below zero, is it Farenheit or Celsius? Below zero Farenheit? Where does this guy live? Siberia?? If it celsius, then i think he is way over dressed.
Really enjoyed this vid, always had a problem with picking what to wear or not.
I’ve got a pair of Baffin boots. Great for snow mobiles, but wouldn’t want to trek in them.
Really interesting topic, especially for somebody like me whom hardly ever experiences anything lower than -10C (in winters long gone), but might still want good info on surviving in those types of temperatures for ‘contingency planning’.
Never understood why no one layers on the face. One thin balaclava and that’s it? I’d throw in a neck gaiter too or get a parka that pulls up higher over your face.
how do protect your self if -50 if get that cold air inside your longs
I use Mountain Hardwear Windstopper jacket and pants with fleece underneath. My Arc’Teryx goretex pro shell never traps moisture underneath. Its breathable.
All that damn trouble when you could’ve went to refrigiwear.com and ordered Coveralls suited for -50F to -46C there called Iron-Tuff® Coveralls
Layering with socks is an extreme no no, your feet need to move to allow circulation, if you want to go double wear a wind breaking layer sock and then a wool sock over it
Hi Hannah, Thanks for making these great video’s, I enjoy watching them very much. I am planning my first serious walk this summer; it would be great to hear your tips for walking in summer!
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Great video and info, I agree with almost everything here except my preference of a heavy outdoor parka using down. Down once wet is useless, and it quite often gets this way from the inside over a period of time from perspiring. As mentioned it cannot be dried easily out of doors. ( especially if you are caught out for a few days). My preference is a good synthetic like that provided by a Wiggy’s Antarctic Parka. Lamilite aka Climashield.Will not absorb the moisture and retains its insulation properties. Otherwise I liked the video. Thanks.
I live in kentucky and don’t need much. I have a m51 jacket with m51 hood (us military) a m51 wool field jacket that’s been modified it’s 90% wool 10% nylon. I have muck boots but I almost never have cold feet even when wet. Then I have carhartts and other things as well as cheap polyester base layers.
Coming from a country where average temperature all year around 25°C 37°C. Watching this video where people have to put layers of clothes around their body is fascinating and perplexing at the same time.
Please suggest me how to minimise winter jacket condensation… Thnx
i found this “sheltersuit” for the homeless https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vg2be9im6VA
Great video. Also keep in mind that everyone’s body is different and has a different tolerance to temperature. So what works for one, may not work for others at a given temperature rating. The main principle for staying warm in the winter is keeping yourself dry. How you do that is a matter of preference. There is no one perfect solution to this problem.
I like your videos.They are informative and done in actual conditions. But I want to try the more common outdoor gear. I just might get by with my snow mobile gear that I wear when I am on a snow mobile. Sometimes getting so refined on the products makes them single use and or expensive. A 4×4 truck vs a M1 Abrams tank.
I need middle index and thumb to manipulate devices at work. Any gloves for my situation?
Cotten is rotten. Always go with synthetic or wool. Helly Hanson makes base layers that are polypropylene moisture wicking layer inside combined with merino wool outside Excellent at keeping you from sweating up. I wear it kayaking and everywhere else.
Now I am even more amazed by the Swedes who just wear a wool coat outside their suits during -the usual 30 degrees Celsius winter.
As someone who was playing as a kid in -15 the whole day only with basic communist clothing (t-shirt, sweater, cheap jacket and jeans), Its interesting how so many people make a big problem out of a bit of cold. Of course that the clothes that you show are much better for a long term survival situation, but the fact that a kid can be outside the whole day in -15Celcius just in jeans makes it funny when people make a great deal about cold in everyday life.
Re: layering socks.
Layers only work if normal blood flow to the toes can be maintained. If you layer too aggressively your boot and layers can reduce blood circulation.
It’s therefore important to find a balance between layers and not insulation. I use a light comfortable sock to protect the skin then a warm thick sock.
I work outside in winter in some of the most extreme cold that can be sustained on a daily basis for years. If you can afford any insulation in your boot is worth it. These days I even wear insulated workboots in the hot summer.
So what are you up to anyway? Just going out and hiking all night?
As far as down products are concerned. I always use Nikwak waterproofing and washing products. The original advert for this product was the inventor Floating! across a seven foot ddeep pond in an Anerperna down sleeping bag that had been proofed with the product. New Zealand Swanee products 100% Merino wool.
base layers of the breakfast of cold weather gear. Dummies like to repeat the mantra that it’s the most important when really it’s the least. Would you rather have someone drop you off up there in with just a parka and insulated pants or just underwear?
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We layer in the cold parts of Australia. It gets very cold in some places. We have good snow skiing. ������
I love to see tourists in my area for skiing and they are dressed for extreme weather like level 3 and my husband is walking around in shorts and im in half length sweats ��
Great video!.. Spent one winter (Sept to April) working between Fairbanks and Deadhorse, AK. If you want to function, you WILL learn how to dress… At -40F (this is the only time C & F are the same) we carried two pair of boots. One pair rated at -10 to -20 for strenuous activity, and one rated at -40 or more for staying ‘stationary’. It worked for us. Maybe boots have improved since 2001-2
Thank you for making this video, it’s the best and most informative I’ve seen on this subject.
I remember buying a cheap insulated snowsuit some years ago. It was so warm i would start to SWEAT when i walked to the store in 0 degree farenheit..! If you are going out in really cold temperatures, you may want to check these out. You can get them both in insulated versions, and just the shell, without insulation, so you can adjust the temperature with wool sweaters and stuff.
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This video is a life saver. Thanks for sharing the correct way to layer up!
4:50 How do you know whether or not I want snow in my pants?